2005 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · BL54 MPY
2005 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24/01/2005. Recorded mileage 109,758 miles. MOT valid until 30/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,758 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1588cc
BL54 MPY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2026
- 109,758 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Rover Rover 45
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BL54 MPY Mileage History
- 20/01/202396,456 mi
- 17/01/2024100,592 mi+4,136 mi
- 17/01/2024100,592 mi
- 08/01/2025105,100 mi+4,508 mi
- 21/01/2026109,758 mi+4,658 mi
Average of roughly 4,429 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BL54 MPY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Rover 45 (BL54 MPY) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: ROVER 45
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Applies to 1.4, 1.6, and 1.8 models. Standard K-Series symptoms and fixes apply.
- Water Ingress (Bulkhead Seam Failure)(Moderate)
The seam sealer on the bulkhead cracks with age, allowing water into the front passenger footwell. Leaks under the carpet are usually from seam failure, while leaks on top enter through the heater blower inlet.
- VIS Motor Failure (V6)(Moderate)
The 2.0 V6 uses Variable Intake System motors that fail, leading to reduced performance and a rattling intake manifold.
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